Prose and Cons Talk: Bald Women Get No Respect - Liberty, Justice and Peace.

Prose and Cons Talk: Bald Women get no respect - Liberty, Justice and Peace.

Join me for a brief discussion about the humor, positives, awkward experiences, and trials of being a bald woman. 

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This is Pros and Cons Talk, a segment of the show that consists of a little poetry and controversy. Recently my sister asked if I'd ever grow my hair back, and I said no. No, no, no, no, no. I also mentioned the freedom of not worrying about hair. Baldhead don't care. My aunt asks a similar question. That's my father's side of the pack. And my mother's brother, my favorite uncle, makes comments about it because most men prefer women who have trusses. But it's nobody's business and it's confidence and personal preference. Yet it shows people's shortcomings and insecurities. As if they can't see themselves bald or if we should feel ashamed. And some people can be so shallow and lame. And yes, I'd rather stay a bachelorette. I'm not offended if you don't find it attractive or think it's masculine. I guess babies are the exception. And I'm not even wearing a fade or smooth shaven. We know it's not a crime to rock a baldy. Facts. I'd like to give a shout out to Congresswoman Ayana Presley and all the real bald-headed women, or bald baddies, like they say. Whether it's due to alopecia or perimenopause, age and stress can contribute to hair loss. That was one of my reasons for doing the big chop the second time around. Often folks look at me like I'm crazy. Their eyes become enlarged and they stare in a daze. People frown as if you're naked and need a hat. If I were a cat, I'd scratch their eyes and pounce on their heads. You can't win a staring contest with a feline or feral. Pastor Carlos Salinas glared at me during church service as if I was a disgrace. You should have seen the grimace on his face, including the choir member Lisa. I don't know why I didn't walk out, but I wasn't phased by the disrespect. I guess he didn't like G.I. Jane. Some clergymen can be so mean. Passive C was a trip. I've also been called a man or that I look androgynous. Ridiculous. Well, the weird lady said I look like a man and a woman. I usually wear glasses during FaceTime calls or virtual meetings just to look feminine. 1 Corinthians 11 15. But if a woman has long hair, it is to her glory. But the Apostle Paul was talking to the Corinthian church and the text is about the culture of that day. Well, times have changed. Including gender roles. But a woman should never be ridiculed, harassed, or judged by her choice to remain bald. When my uncle shares a remark, I don't talk about his mouth. An inside joke. I'm saying I don't deflect and bring up flaws that I've noticed. Let's love on one another and celebrate our differences. I find it interesting that people also get offended when hearing the title of the podcast. They say with disdain, it's hilarious. This year I'm going to tap into my inner comedian. I love watching comedy shows and enjoy being silly. You have to laugh at yourself and overlook an offense even when it hurts. I'm usually cussing people out of my head anyway. Fools and ignorance are on a whole other level these days. I'm here for all the comments and the smoke. Thanks for listening to the show. I'll see you next time on Pros and Cons Talk.